Caprina at Happy Valley - Beachfront Escape Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.95 - Revenue
- A$72,147
- Occupancy
- 50.7%
- Daily rate
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Airbnb market data · 202612 months to September 2026
Caloundra, QLD Airbnb Market Data: Revenue, Occupancy & Trends
The average Airbnb in Caloundra brought in A$22,111 over the 12 months through September 2026, about 54% less than the Queensland average of A$48,565.
The short answer
Caloundra Airbnb Market at a Glance
Rates and bookings both trail the Queensland average. Listings averaged A$306 a night and were booked on 34% of available nights, against A$385 and 46% for the Queensland average.
Timing matters: in December, the best month, the average listing earned about 2.3 times as much as in May, the slowest.
With 72 active listings, Caloundra is the 47th-largest of 134 Queensland markets AirROI tracks.
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How Much Do Airbnb Hosts Make in Caloundra?
Gross bookings per Caloundra listing averaged A$22,111 over the 12 months to September 2026 (Queensland average: A$48,565), before cleaning, platform and management costs and taxes.
The average Caloundra listing brought in A$5,070 in December, its best month, and A$2,190 in May, its slowest. The three strongest months bring in 33% of a full year's revenue, where an even calendar would give any three months 25%.
In a typical month, a top-quarter listing earns at least 3.9 times as much as a bottom-quarter one.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$7,200+ a month, about 2.4 times the typical property.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$5,150 or more, roughly A$2,200 a month above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$3,000 a month.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$1,300 or less, about 43% of the median.
These are monthly figures for listings active in each month. The annual average above also counts listings that operated for only part of the year, so it runs below twelve times these figures.
December earned about 2.3 times what May did
Average revenue per active listing, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average A$5,070 A$2,190
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$3,590.
Caloundra Airbnb Data by Month
Latest 12 months in the September 2026 data. September's figures are still coming in, so the rows run to August.
December 2025 led on revenue and nightly rate; bookings peaked in July 2026.
| Month | Avg. Revenue | Occupancy | Avg. Nightly Rate | RevPAR | Booking Lead Time | Avg. Length of Stay |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 2025 | A$4,360 | 39.7% | A$318 | A$145 | 26 days | 4 nights |
| Oct 2025 | A$3,264 | 33.4% | A$318 | A$105 | 16 days | 3.2 nights |
| Nov 2025 | A$3,208 | 37.9% | A$319 | A$107 | 49 days | 3.8 nights |
| Dec 2025 | A$5,066 | 46.3% | A$334 | A$163 | 16 days | 7.9 nights |
| Jan 2026 | A$4,621 | 43.3% | A$326 | A$149 | 36 days | 4.8 nights |
| Feb 2026 | A$2,567 | 27.9% | A$309 | A$92 | 42 days | 4.8 nights |
| Mar 2026 | A$3,049 | 31.7% | A$307 | A$98 | 33 days | 3.7 nights |
| Apr 2026 | A$3,540 | 36.7% | A$311 | A$118 | 43 days | 4 nights |
| May 2026 | A$2,188 | 25.4% | A$283 | A$71 | 72 days | 3.9 nights |
| Jun 2026 | A$2,971 | 33.2% | A$283 | A$99 | 41 days | 6.9 nights |
| Jul 2026 | A$4,717 | 48.5% | A$300 | A$152 | 76 days | 6.3 nights |
| Aug 2026 | A$3,506 | 42.2% | A$276 | A$113 | 64 days | 6.2 nights |
Averages per active listing in each month. Highlighted: the highest-revenue month of the 12. RevPAR is the month's revenue spread over its nights, booked or not. Booking lead time is the days between booking and check-in, and length of stay the nights per booking, for stays in that month.
The typical Caloundra listing earns about A$3,000 a month, but one property can land well above or below that. The Airbnb calculator gives a range for a specific address, built from the comparable listings around it.
Profit
Is an Airbnb in Caloundra Profitable?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Caloundra Airbnb took in A$22,111 in the 12 months to September 2026, and run by its owner at everyday costs, about A$1,070 a month of that is left after running costs, so a home that costs less than that to own or rent makes money. A listing in the top quarter leaves about A$1,860 a month.
Cleaning it yourself keeps the A$3,480 a year guests pay in cleaning fees, for about A$1,360 a month. Handing the listing to a co-host at about 10% of nightly bookings still leaves about A$920 a month.
These amounts come before housing costs. Where the mortgage or rent is less each month, the difference is profit; a home owned outright keeps it all after property tax, home insurance and any building or condo fees.
Caloundra Airbnb Income, Expenses and Profit per Year
| Line | Average listing | Top-quarter listing |
|---|---|---|
| Money in | ||
| Nightly bookings | A$18,631 | A$31,920 |
| Cleaning fees guests pay16% of Caloundra bookings | A$3,480 | A$5,960 |
| Gross bookings | A$22,111 | A$37,880 |
| Running costs | ||
| Airbnb's feeAbout 15%: 15.5% for the 93% of Caloundra listings on Simplified Pricing, 3% for the rest | −A$3,240 | −A$5,540 |
| Cleaning and laundryPaid for by the cleaning fee; A$0 if you clean yourself | −A$3,480 | −A$5,960 |
| Utilities and internetAbout 5% of bookings | −A$1,110 | −A$1,890 |
| Guest suppliesToiletries, coffee, paper goods: about 2% | −A$440 | −A$760 |
| Repairs and upkeepIncluding linens and small replacements: about 3% | −A$660 | −A$1,140 |
| Short-term rental insuranceOne policy, on top of Airbnb's free AirCover | −A$220 | −A$220 |
| Permit and registrationWhere one is required | −A$110 | −A$110 |
| ManagementA$0 when you run it; co-hosts charge from about 10% of nightly bookings | A$0 | A$0 |
| Pricing and messaging toolsOptional; Airbnb's own tools are free | A$0 | A$0 |
| Lodging taxesAdded to the guest's bill and passed on | A$0 | A$0 |
| Total running costsAbout 26% of bookings, plus cleaning paid for by the cleaning fee | −A$9,260 | −A$15,620 |
| Left for housing costs, then profit | A$12,851about A$1,070 a month | A$22,260about A$1,860 a month |
| Housing costs | ||
| Mortgage or rent, property tax, home insurance, building or condo fees | Depend on the home | |
Estimate Your Own Caloundra Airbnb Profit
The estimate starts from Caloundra's average listing, run by its owner. Change how the listing performs, who runs it and who cleans to see what is left for the mortgage or rent.
To work out the profit on one Caloundra home, with its price, its mortgage or rent and your own costs, use the Airbnb profit calculator. It starts from the comparable listings around the address.
How Caloundra's Top Earners Get There
- More nights booked. The busiest quarter of Caloundra listings are booked on 55% or more of their nights, against 32% for the median listing. Ten more booked nights a year at the median rate of A$290 adds about A$2,890 in bookings.
- Prices that follow demand. Ranked by price, the top quarter charge A$350 a night or more, against a median of A$290. That is a separate ranking from the busiest quarter, so the two marks don't multiply into one listing's takings. For the average listing, a 10% higher rate on the nights it already books adds about A$1,860 a year.
- Open for the busy months. December brought the average listing about A$5,070, against A$2,190 in May, so a calendar that is open and full in the busy months carries the year.
- Reviews that stand out. Caloundra listings average 4.53 stars, and 14% carry Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge, which guests can filter for.
What a listing keeps comes down to the figures this page measures: nightly rate, nights booked and the months it's open. A listing at the top-quarter mark takes in about A$3,160 a month, against A$1,840 for the average one.
Occupancy
What Is the Airbnb Occupancy Rate in Caloundra?
Caloundra listings were booked on 34% of the nights they were open over the past year, 12 percentage points below the Queensland average (46%) and 9 points below the Australia average (43%). Occupancy climbs to 48% in July and falls to 25% in May.
The busiest tenth of listings are booked about five times as often as the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) are booked 73%+ of open nights, 41 points above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) fill 55% or more, roughly four nights a week.
- Typical properties (median) fill about 32% of open nights.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) fill 14% or less, under two nights a week.
July was the busiest month in Caloundra, May the quietest
Share of open nights booked, by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average 37% 48% 25%
The 12-month rate of 34% averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Nightly rates
How Much Does an Airbnb Cost per Night in Caloundra?
The average nightly rate in Caloundra, known as ADR (average daily rate), was A$306 over the past year, about 21% below the Queensland and Australia averages (both about A$385). Rates peak in December at about A$335 and bottom out in August at about A$275.
The top 10% charge about 1.8 times the rate of the bottom quarter.
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) charge A$420+ a night, about 45% above the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) charge A$350 or more, about A$60 above the median.
- Typical properties (median) charge about A$290 a night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) charge A$230 or less, about 20% below the median.
December rates ran 21% above August's
Average nightly rate (ADR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average A$334 A$276
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$307.
What Is the RevPAR for Airbnb in Caloundra?
RevPAR, or revenue per available night, divides a listing's income by every night it was open to book, so it rises with both price and bookings. In Caloundra it averaged A$109 over the past year, from about A$71 in May to about A$163 in December.
Per open night, by tier:
- Best-in-class properties (top 10%) earn A$193+ per open night, about 1.9 times the median.
- Strong performers (top 25%) earn A$156 or more, about A$55 a night above the median.
- Typical properties (median) earn about A$102 per open night.
- Entry-level properties (bottom 25%) earn A$59 or less, about 57% of the median.
December RevPAR was about 2.3 times May's
Revenue per open night (RevPAR), by month, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average A$163 A$71
The dashed line is the average of the months shown, A$118. The 12-month RevPAR of A$109 averages each listing's whole year, slow months included; each month here counts only the listings booked in it.
Seasonality
Best and Worst Months for Airbnb in Caloundra
Revenue in Caloundra peaks several times a year, in July, September and December–January, a moderately seasonal pattern.
| Season | Revenue per month | Occupancy | Nightly rate |
|---|---|---|---|
| High seasonJuly, September, December–January | A$4,690 | 44% | A$319 |
| Shoulder seasonApril, August | A$3,520 | 39% | A$293 |
| Low seasonFebruary–March, May–June, October–November | A$2,870 | 32% | A$303 |
How Far in Advance Do Guests Book Airbnb in Caloundra?
Guests book Caloundra stays 44 days ahead on average (about six weeks). July stays are booked furthest out, about 76 days ahead, and December stays closest to arrival, about 16 days. A typical July booking is made in late April.
July stays are booked furthest ahead
Average days between booking and check-in, by month of stay, September 2025 to August 2026
Monthly average 43 days 76 days 16 days
Permits
Airbnb Permits and Registration in Caloundra
1% of the 72 active listings in Caloundra display a registration, permit or license number. A low share doesn't mean no rules apply: some places don't ask hosts to show a number on the listing, and listing data doesn't capture every scheme.
Registration, permit, zoning and tourist-tax rules vary by address and change often, so confirm them with the local authority before buying or listing in Caloundra.
Neighborhoods
Best Neighborhoods for Airbnb in Caloundra
AirROI's area guide picks six Caloundra neighborhoods that draw short-term rental guests, led by Bulcock Beach, Moffat Beach and Dicky Beach. The picks reflect guest appeal, not earnings data or permit eligibility, so check local permit rules for a specific address before buying.
| Area | Who it suits | Landmarks nearby |
|---|---|---|
| Bulcock Beach | Known for its vibrant esplanade and stunning ocean views, it's a hotspot for tourists seeking a beachside holiday atmosphere. | Bulcock Beach, Caloundra Jet Ski, Shelly Beach, Caloundra Music Festival, Caloundra Street Fair |
| Moffat Beach | A laid-back beach area with a local feel, appealing to tourists looking for a more relaxed seaside experience. | Moffat Beach, Moffat Headland, Cafe culture, Moffat Beach Surf Club, Local markets |
| Dicky Beach | Famous for the wreck of the SS Dicky, this area attracts surfers and families alike with its great surf and relaxed vibe. | Dicky Beach, Surf Life Saving Club, Dicky Beach Markets, Caloundra Lighthouses, Nearby parks |
| Pelican Waters | A luxury residential area that attracts visitors interested in golfing and waterfront living. | Pelican Waters Golf Club, Caloundra Golf Club, Pelican Waters Marina, Shopping precincts, Local parks |
| Caloundra CBD | The central business district offers easy access to amenities, shopping, and local attractions for both tourists and business visitors. | Shopping and dining options, Bulcock Street Mall, Caloundra Cultural Centre, Art exhibitions, Local events |
| Shelly Beach | A quieter, picturesque beach perfect for those looking for tranquility and natural beauty away from the crowds. | Shelly Beach, Shelly Beach Park, Coastal walking paths, Natural rock pools, Wildlife watching |
Area descriptions are AI-assisted from public sources and are not checked against zoning.
Listings
Caloundra Airbnb Listings by Type and Size
Every Airbnb in Caloundra is an entire home: all 72 listings rent the whole place. Apartments and condos account for 96% of the stock; houses come next at 4%.
Every listing rents the whole place
Caloundra Airbnb listings by room type
- Entire home 100%
Room types in numbers
Apartments dominate the property mix
Caloundra Airbnb listings by property type
- Apartment/Condo 96%
- House 4%
Property types in numbers
| Property type | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| Apartment/Condo | 95.8% | 69 |
| House | 4.2% | 3 |
How Many Bedrooms Do Airbnb Listings in Caloundra Have?
Two-bedroom homes are the most common size in Caloundra (58% of entire homes), and 31% have three or more bedrooms.
Caloundra entire homes by number of bedrooms
Entire homes with each number of bedrooms
11%
58%
31%
Bedroom counts in numbers
| Bedrooms | Share of entire homes | Entire homes |
|---|---|---|
| 1 bedroom | 11.1% | 8 |
| 2 bedrooms | 58.3% | 42 |
| 3 bedrooms | 30.6% | 22 |
What Each Home Size Earns in Caloundra
A typical two-bedroom home in Caloundra earned A$18,400 over the past year, against A$19,400 for a three-bedroom home.
| Home size | Listings | Typical annual revenue (median) | Average annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 bedrooms | 42 | A$18,400 | A$24,100 | A$286 | 38% |
| 3 bedrooms | 22 | A$19,400 | A$23,800 | A$363 | 33% |
How Many Guests Do Airbnbs in Caloundra Sleep?
The most common capacity in Caloundra is four guests (40% of listings), and 36% of listings sleep six or more.
Caloundra listings by guest capacity
Share of listings by the number of guests they sleep
11%
40%
13%
31%
3%
3%
Guest capacity in numbers
| Guest capacity | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 2 guests | 11.1% | 8 |
| 4 guests | 40.3% | 29 |
| 5 guests | 12.5% | 9 |
| 6 guests | 30.6% | 22 |
| 7 guests | 2.8% | 2 |
| 8+ guests | 2.8% | 2 |
How Caloundra Airbnb Listings Are Set Up
Caloundra hosts set up an average of 3.3 beds per listing. About three in ten listings (31%) show their exact location on the listing map; the rest show an approximate area.
- Photos per listing
- 10
- Beds per listing
- 3.3
- Show exact location
- 31%
What Amenities Do Airbnb Listings in Caloundra Offer?
Pools are common in Caloundra: 72% of listings have one, and 99% offer free parking on site.
Share of Caloundra listings with each common amenity
Guests
Who Books Airbnbs in Caloundra?
Caloundra draws mostly domestic guests: 87% of those who left reviews live in Australia. Brisbane alone accounts for 14% of reviews. Of the 13% from abroad, most come from New Zealand and the United Kingdom.
87% of Caloundra guests are domestic
Where guests who left reviews live
- Domestic 87%
- International 13%
Where Caloundra guests come from: top cities
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin cities in numbers
| Origin city | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Brisbane | 13.9% |
| Brisbane City | 4.2% |
| Gold Coast | 3.0% |
Where Caloundra guests come from: top countries
Share of guests who left reviews
Top origin countries in numbers
| Origin country | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| Australia | 86.7% |
| New Zealand | 3.7% |
| United Kingdom | 2.9% |
| United States | 2.1% |
| Nepal | 0.4% |
Languages spoken by Caloundra guests
Share of guests who left reviews
Top languages in numbers
| Language | Share of guests |
|---|---|
| English | 75.0% |
| French | 6.3% |
| Spanish | 5.0% |
| Chinese | 2.5% |
| Afrikaans | 1.3% |
What Are Airbnb Guest Ratings in Caloundra?
Caloundra Airbnbs average 4.53 stars, and 14% of listings hold Airbnb's Guest Favorite badge. Guests are toughest on cleanliness: it scores 4.49, against 4.88 for location. Review histories are short, about 9 per listing, so a few stays can move a listing's score.
Location scores highest in Caloundra; cleanliness is lowest
Average guest rating out of 5 by category; the bars start at 4.0
Category scores in numbers
| Category | Average rating (out of 5) |
|---|---|
| Accuracy | 4.58 |
| Cleanliness | 4.49 |
| Communication | 4.65 |
| Location | 4.88 |
| Check-in | 4.62 |
| Value | 4.52 |
Booking patterns
How Guests Book in Caloundra: Stays, Rules and Fees
94% of Caloundra listings are open to guests more than 180 days a year, but only 6% are booked or blocked that many days. The most common booked-or-blocked total is 31 to 90 days a year, covering 43% of listings; blocked nights include any the host closes off.
Days a year Caloundra listings are open to guests
Share of listings by days a year
- 271-366 days 71%
- 181-270 days 24%
- 91-180 days 6%
Open days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 271-366 days | 70.8% | 51 |
| 181-270 days | 23.6% | 17 |
| 91-180 days | 5.6% | 4 |
Days a year Caloundra listings are booked or blocked
Share of listings by days a year
- 181-270 days 6%
- 91-180 days 25%
- 31-90 days 43%
- 1-30 days 26%
Booked or blocked days in numbers
| Days a year | Share of listings | Listings |
|---|---|---|
| 181-270 days | 5.6% | 4 |
| 91-180 days | 25.0% | 18 |
| 31-90 days | 43.1% | 31 |
| 1-30 days | 26.4% | 19 |
What Is the Average Length of Stay for Airbnb in Caloundra?
The average Caloundra booking lasts 5.4 nights, longest in December and shortest in October. Listings took about 14 bookings each over the year, some 1,000 in all. About seven in ten listings that give a check-in time set it at 3 p.m., with check-out usually at 10 a.m.
Average length of stay by month in Caloundra
Average nights per booking, by month of stay
Average 5 nights 7.9 nights 3.2 nights
Caloundra Airbnb Minimum Stay Requirements
42% of listings in Caloundra accept stays of one or two nights; the most common minimum is two nights.
Minimum stay set by Caloundra listings
Share of listings by the shortest stay they accept, from one night to 30 or more
What Cancellation Policies Do Airbnb Hosts Use in Caloundra?
Firm is the most common cancellation policy in Caloundra, used by 68% of listings; it refunds guests in full only if they cancel at least 30 days before check-in. Hosts here lean strict: 85% of listings use Firm or stricter terms, against 11% on Flexible or Moderate.
Cancellation policies of Caloundra listings, from most to least flexible
Share of listings by the policy they use
How Much Are Airbnb Cleaning Fees in Caloundra?
About nine in ten Caloundra listings charge a cleaning fee. The typical fee is about A$237. Spread over the average stay of 5.4 nights, that adds roughly A$45 a night to what guests pay. For listings that charge one, cleaning fees make up about 16% of gross revenue.
- Median cleaning fee
- A$237
- Average cleaning fee
- A$274
- Listings charging a fee
- 90.3%
- Share of gross revenue
- 15.7%
Top earners
Top-Earning Airbnbs and Hosts in Caloundra
The top-grossing Airbnb in Caloundra, a two-bedroom unit, took in A$72,100 over the past year, about 3.3 times the city's average of A$22,100. Five of the six listings below have two bedrooms or fewer, so size alone doesn't explain the top of this market.
Caprina at Happy Valley - Beachfront Escape Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.95 
Luxury Beachfront Apartment Cerulean Unit 1 Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 5.00 - Revenue
- A$70,311
- Occupancy
- 49.4%
- Daily rate
- A$545
Pumicestone Passage Waterfront Escape Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.75 - Revenue
- A$69,383
- Occupancy
- 63.8%
- Daily rate
- A$289
La dolce vita absolute beach front Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.94 - Revenue
- A$58,943
- Occupancy
- 60.6%
- Daily rate
- A$386
Huge Patio at The Pinnacles Entire home · 3 bedrooms Rated 4.91 - Revenue
- A$57,795
- Occupancy
- 43.0%
- Daily rate
- A$355
Bright Beachside Escape 2bd stunning views & pool Entire home · 2 bedrooms Rated 4.76 - Revenue
- A$53,541
- Occupancy
- 73.7%
- Daily rate
- A$281
Who Are the Airbnb Hosts in Caloundra?
Professional management companies run a quarter of Caloundra listings and owners run the rest. Only one in five listings are run by Superhosts. 63% of listings accept Instant Book, so most stays are confirmed without the host's approval. Airbnb's Simplified Pricing, where the host pays the whole service fee and guests see one price with no separate Airbnb charge, covers 93% of listings.
- Superhosts
- 19.4%
- Professional management
- 26.4%
- Cohosted listings
- 4.2%
- Instant Book enabled
- 62.5%
- Simplified Pricing
- 93.1%
Nearby markets
Caloundra vs. Nearby Airbnb Markets
Of the eight nearby markets in the table, all within 17 km, Sunshine Coast Regional (16 km away) earned the most per listing, about 2.3 times as much as Caloundra. Buddina was the busiest, booked on 46% of nights against 34% in Caloundra.
| Market | Listings | Avg. annual revenue | Avg. nightly rate | Occupancy |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kings Beach 1 km | 73 | A$24,659 | A$350 | 36% |
| Golden Beach 2 km | 33 | A$32,911 | A$344 | 44% |
| Buddina 12 km | 31 | A$42,252 | A$369 | 46% |
| Mooloolaba 14 km | 104 | A$39,955 | A$404 | 42% |
| Buderim 15 km | 30 | A$20,373 | A$316 | 45% |
| Alexandra Headland 15 km | 81 | A$40,391 | A$356 | 42% |
| Sunshine Coast Regional 16 km | 2,836 | A$50,799 | A$391 | 45% |
| Maroochydore 17 km | 105 | A$35,607 | A$358 | 44% |
Other Airbnb Markets in Queensland
- Greater Brisbane Airbnb data 4,480 listings
- Gold Coast City Airbnb data 4,348 listings
- Noosa Heads Airbnb data 1,028 listings
- Cairns Airbnb data 843 listings
- Surfers Paradise Airbnb data 735 listings
- Port Douglas Airbnb data 668 listings
- Airlie Beach Airbnb data 407 listings
- Whitsunday Regional Airbnb data 397 listings
See all 134 Queensland Airbnb markets
Markets Similar to Caloundra
Markets elsewhere in Australia with a similar nightly rate and occupancy to Caloundra:
- Augusta Airbnb data WA · A$303/night · 35.5%
- South West Rocks Airbnb data NSW · A$286/night · 34.6%
- Paynesville Airbnb data VIC · A$301/night · 32.0%
- Lakes Entrance Airbnb data VIC · A$335/night · 33.8%
- Kalbarri Airbnb data WA · A$285/night · 35.4%
- Crescent Head Airbnb data NSW · A$336/night · 34.9%
FAQ
Caloundra Airbnb FAQ
How much do Airbnb hosts make in Caloundra?
An active Caloundra Airbnb grossed A$22,111 on average in the 12 months to September 2026, according to AirROI's tracking of 72 active listings. That is before cleaning, management, taxes and financing. Busier, better-run listings do far better: the top quarter took in A$5,150 or more in a typical month.
How much can I make on Airbnb in Caloundra?
It depends most on the home's size, location and how it's run. The middle half of Caloundra listings earn between A$1,300 and A$5,150 in a typical month, and the top tenth A$7,200 or more. For one home, enter its address and bedroom count in the Airbnb income calculator: it compares the home with similar listings nearby.
What is the average Airbnb occupancy rate in Caloundra?
Listings in Caloundra were booked on 34% of available nights over the past year. That compares with 46% for the Queensland average. July was the busiest month.
How much does an Airbnb cost per night in Caloundra?
The average booked night in Caloundra cost A$306 before fees. Half of listings charge between A$230 and A$350, so bedroom count and location move the price more than the average suggests.
Do you need a permit for an Airbnb in Caloundra?
In Caloundra, 1% of active listings display a registration, permit or license number. A low share doesn't mean no rules apply, so confirm registration, permit and tourist-tax rules with the local authority before buying.
Is Airbnb profitable in Caloundra?
Yes, when it's run well. The average Caloundra Airbnb grossed A$22,111 in the 12 months to September 2026, 54% below the Queensland average of A$48,565. Run by its owner, with the cleaning fee covering the cleaner and everyday costs for Airbnb's fee, utilities, supplies, upkeep and insurance, A$12,851 a year (about A$1,070 a month) is left before the mortgage or rent. A home that costs less than that to own or rent makes a profit, and a listing at the top-quarter mark leaves about A$1,860 a month. Check a specific home in the Airbnb estimator.
When is Airbnb peak season in Caloundra?
December paid best over the past year, at A$5,070 per active listing, and May paid least. The month-by-month table above shows how rates and bookings each move.
What is the Airbnb RevPAR in Caloundra?
Each night a Caloundra listing was open to book earned A$109 on average over the past year, booked or not. That figure, revenue per available night (RevPAR), folds price and occupancy into one number; the top 10% of listings made A$193 or more.
How far in advance do guests book Airbnbs in Caloundra?
Caloundra stays were booked 44 days (about six weeks) before arrival on average over the past year, so most of a month is booked well before it starts.
How long do guests stay at Airbnbs in Caloundra?
The average Caloundra Airbnb stay lasted 5.4 nights over the past year. A listing took 14 reservations over the year on average.
How are Airbnbs in Caloundra rated?
Guests rate Caloundra Airbnbs 4.53 out of 5 on average. Guests score location highest and cleanliness lowest.
What are the best neighborhoods for Airbnb in Caloundra?
Bulcock Beach, Moffat Beach and Dicky Beach draw the most short-term rental interest in Caloundra. The neighborhood guide explains what brings guests to each.
How many Airbnbs are there in Caloundra?
AirROI counted 72 active Airbnb listings in Caloundra as of September 2026. The closest tracked market is Kings Beach, 1 km away.
How much are Airbnb cleaning fees in Caloundra?
In Caloundra, about nine in ten listings add a cleaning fee, and the typical fee is about A$237.
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About This Data
Figures on this page cover 72 active Airbnb listings in Caloundra from October 2025 to September 2026 (trailing twelve months). AirROI refreshes them monthly from listing-level booking and calendar data covering 20+ million properties worldwide. AirROI measures bookings in US dollars; this page shows them in Australian dollars at A$1.44 per US$, the typical rate from October 2025 to September 2026. Annual revenue averages every listing active during the period, including those listed for only part of it; monthly figures average the listings active in each month; the tier lists show the spread. Neighborhood descriptions are AI-assisted. See the methodology for definitions.
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